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Flanders Fire investigation connects family to fire that got away

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By Renee Richardson Verified
| Brainerd Dispatch Verified
BRAINERD — Sheriff Eric Klang told Crow Wing County commissioners the Flanders Fire is believed to have started with a small campfire. The fast moving wildfire started May 16 by Flanders Lake in Mission Township in Crow WIng County, causing evacuations and damaging homes and properties as well as decimating hundreds of acres of pine trees. Klang provided an update at the request of Commissioner Steve Barrows at the July 14 board meeting.
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Biz Buzz: Frandsen Bank seeks to build along Hwy 371 near Novotny Road

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By Renee Richardson Verified
| Brainerd Dispatch Verified
BAXTER — Frandsen Bank plans to build at Dellwood Drive and Novotny Road in Baxter. The bank, which is currently located off Excelsior Road near its intersection with Highway 371, sought and gained approval for a conditional use permit from the Baxter Planning and Zoning Commission to cut down trees just off Highway 371. The recommendation from the planning commission will go to the Baxter City Council for a decision on July 21.
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Plans for trail connection in Baxter move forward to bids

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By Renee Richardson Verified
| Brainerd Dispatch Verified
BAXTER — Plans were approved for the 2026 County Highway 48/Highland Scenic Road trail connection project. The Baxter City Council approved the plans and orderedadvertising for bids during its July 7 council meeting. The city reported the first of two segments will connect Marohn Road/Foley Road to Ashdale Lane, and the second segment will connect Knollwood Drive to Isle Drive creating a continuous trail system from Highway 210 to the Isle Drive roundabout along County Highway 48.
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